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A colorful chicken quinoa bowl with broccoli, peppers, and carrots served with lemon for a healthy, balanced meal.

Spiced Chicken & Chickpeas

Quick, healthy one-pot dinner ready in 30 minutes.
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Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Course: Quick & Easy Meals, Trending & Viral Recipes (✨ TikTok-Style), Wellness Drinks & Functional Foods
Cuisine: global, Mediterranean
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat
Keyword: one-pot chicken dinner, quick chick pea receipe, week night meals
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 310kcal
Author: Overflow Kitchen
Cost: $5

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot or Dutch oven For cooking everything in one pot
  • 1 Wooden spoon For stirring while cooking
  • 1 Chef’s knife For chopping vegetables and chicken

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless chicken thighs or breast, diced
  • 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained & rinsed
  • 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until softened.
  • Stir in cumin, paprika, and turmeric; cook until fragrant.
  • Add chicken; cook until lightly browned.
  • Add chickpeas and tomatoes; simmer 15–20 minutes.
  • Season with salt, pepper, and garnish with herbs before serving.

Notes

This recipe works with either chicken thighs or breast. For a vegan version, swap chicken with cauliflower or tofu.
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